The Izakaya Happy Hour

Welcome to The Izakaya Happy Hour Podcast, the ultimate conversational journey about Japanese drinks and culture. Hosted by a diverse team of experts—Samuel Boulton, Erika Haigh, Camilla Bonnannini, Sarah Stewart, and Arline Lyons—this podcast is your go-to listen for in-depth conversations related to Japanese sake and beyond. Each episode delves into a different topic of Japanese beverages, with a special focus on sake and shochu. The hosts, all seasoned experts in sake and various aspects of Japanese culture and alcohol, share their extensive knowledge and passion.

The Izakaya Happy Hour is a arts podcast hosted by Samuel David Boulton, with 23 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Samuel David Boulton hosts The Izakaya Happy Hour, a arts show with 23 episodes published.

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  Episode #17

  Episode 17 - IWC Results 2025 with Sam & Arline

  Oct 31, 202540 minS1

  <p>In Episode 17, hosts Samuel Boulton and Arline Lyons sit down to talk all things IWC Sake 2025. 🍶</p><p><br></p><p>We take a deep dive into this year’s results, sharing our thoughts on the standout winners and trends shaping the sake scene. Arline gives us a rare peek behind the curtain at how the International Wine Challenge (IWC) sake judging process really works, from the tasting tables to the final decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>Expect expert insights, honest opinions, and plenty of sake enthusiasm in this behind-the-scenes look at one of the world’s most respected Nih...

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  Episode #17

  Bonus Episode Chinese Baijiu - Part 2 with Sam Chatterji!

  Oct 7, 202532 minS1

  <p>Join hosts Samuel Boulton and guest Sam Chatterji for the second half of our special Moutai series. Following Sam C's recent win at the UKBG Moutai Expedition Cocktail Competition, we travelled to Moutai Town, China, with Joyce Linn of Jazz Trading, and Kweichow Moutai.<br></p><p>In this episode, we go beyond the headlines and explore the fascinating world of sauce aroma baijiu, China’s most celebrated spirit. We break down what makes it unique, how it’s produced, and why it’s so important culturally and historically. Expect insights, stories from our trip, and plenty of flavourful conver...

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  Episode #16

  Episode 16: With Special Guest Brandon Doughan of Brooklyn Kura!

  Oct 2, 202550 minS1

  <p>Episode 16: Samuel Boulton Chats with Brandon Doughan of Brooklyn Kura</p><p>In this episode of The Izakaya Happy Hour Podcast, host Samuel Boulton sits down with Brandon Doughan of Brooklyn Kura.</p><p>Brandon shares his journey into the art of sake brewing, from learning the craft to helping shape Brooklyn Kura into the vibrant brewery it is today. Sam and Brandon also dive into the future of sake in America, discussing trends, challenges, and the exciting potential of the growing market.</p><p>Whether you’re a sake enthusiast or just curious, this episode is packed with ins...

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  Episode #3

  Cam & Sam Talks — Episode 3 Grafting

  Sep 17, 202522 minS1

  <p>🎙️ Cam & Sam Talks — Episode 3 Grafting</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Cam & Sam Talks, things get a little real and a little ridiculous as Cam and Sam dive into the world of working in a Japanese sake brewery 🍶🏭</p><p><br></p><p>Camilla shares stories from her time living and working at a brewery, including an unforgettable (and slightly dramatic) medical emergency that happened mid-brew 👀</p><p><br></p><p>Meanwhile, Sam reflects on whether he’d ever take the plunge and work in a brewery himself and what holds him back.</p><p><br></p><p>A candid, fun...

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  Bonus Episode - Chinese Baijiu - Part 1 with Sam Chatterji

  Sep 13, 202525 minS0

  <p>Join hosts Samuel Boulton and guest Sam Chatterji for a 2 part talk about something non-japanese! In this episode, we celebrate Sam’s recent win at the UKBG Moutai Expedition Cocktail Competition, where he secured 1st place. The cocktail and we discuss our recent travels to Moutai Town, China, to explore the home of sauce aroma baijiu. This trip was generally generously supported by Jazz Trading UK as well as UKBG and Kweichow Moutai.</p><p><br></p><p>Disclaimer: We had a small issue with our host Samuel’s mic in this episode, so please excuse the lower audio qual...

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